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Edinburgh Live
3 days ago
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- Edinburgh Live
ITV The Chase's Bradley Walsh halts show as Jenny Ryan makes rare admission
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Bradley Walsh brought The Chase to an unexpected standstill when Jenny Ryan's revelation left him utterly gobsmacked. In Thursday's episode of the hit ITV quiz show, Bradley greeted contestants Mark, Izzie, James and Annie as they faced off against The Vixen. Solihull's mature student Mark bagged £7,000 in his cash builder and was the first to make it to the final chase after a face-off with Jenny. Following on was Izzie, who also put up a strong show with £5,000. She, like Mark, opted for the middle offer. During their head-to-head, they were quizzed: "What is the subject of the 2020 Netflix documentary series High Score?" Both Izzie and Jenny nailed it with "video games", prompting Bradley to probe: "What's the highest score you've ever got on a video game?" The Vixen wasn't sure but concurred with Bradley that it was likely quite high. "You can get ridiculously high scores on the kind of games I play, like Lego Avengers." (Image: ITV) Just as Jenny began to divulge a score she'd racked up, Bradley interjected. "Hold the line," he declared, probing: "Did you just say Lego adventures?" Once Jenny set the record straight about the game, Bradley couldn't resist a cheeky dig at his colleague. "What about the ones adults play?" he quipped, eliciting chuckles from Jenny. "What about things like Minecraft and Fortnight? Aren't they adult ones?" The Vixen clapped back: "All games are adult and potentially child-friendly games." The round went on, but soon enough Izzie was eliminated after being caught by Jenny. Secondary school teacher James managed to secure £4,000 in his initial round before bravely taking the higher offer of £40,000. (Image: ITV) Despite a valiant effort, James ultimately got caught by the chaser. The last contestant, Annie, aimed to win some cash to replace an engagement ring she'd lost over 45 years ago, which her partner had given her. She garnered a commendable £8,000 in her cash builder and fortunately for Mark, made it through to the final chase. In the final, Mark and Annie played for £15,000, ending with a total of 13 points. Jenny experienced a rocky start in the final chase, only answering three questions correctly within the first 55 seconds. Nonetheless, The Vixen managed to turn things around, catching the pair with merely three seconds to spare. At the close of the game, Jenny remarked: "I have astonished myself that I managed to catch you as you saw I struggled to build a rhythm." The Chase airs weekdays at 5pm on ITV1.
Wales Online
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
ITV The Chase viewers 'in disbelief' as cocky player makes bold move against The Vixen
ITV The Chase viewers 'in disbelief' as cocky player makes bold move against The Vixen The quizzer was left red-faced after making a blunder about Abraham Lincoln, but it was Sinclair's 'cocky' reaction which got fans talking on social media Jenny Ryan could not find her words after what the quizzer did (Image: Getty Images ) Jenny Ryan, also known as The Vixen, was taken aback during an episode of The Chase when contestant Sinclair made a daring move that stunned both viewers and the Chaser herself. The team comprising Cammy, Sinclair, Ore, and Katherine were ready to challenge one of Britain's top quiz minds. Katherine stepped up first on the popular ITV show, earning £3,000 in the Cash Builder round before going head-to-head with Jenny Ryan. Katherine excelled, returning to her squad with £3,000 and starting the group's winning fund. Ore, buoyed by Katherine's success, added an impressive £5,000 from his Cash Builder to the pot. He too secured a place in the final, pushing the total to £8,000, reports the Liverpool Echo. However, it was Sinclair who became the talk of the town with his quizzing prowess, nabbing £4,000 before squaring off against The Vixen. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter An uncharacteristic slip-up by the Chaser over a historical question concerning Abraham Lincoln left everyone bemused. Bradley Walsh posed the query: "How long after he delivered the speech known as Gettysburg Address did Abraham Lincoln die? A) 17 days, B) 17 weeks or C) 17 months." Despite the correct answer being 17 months, Jenny incorrectly guessed 17 days followed by an explanation from The Chaser about her mistake. Article continues below One viewer took to Twitter, commenting: "Jenny don't tie yourself in knots overexplaining." Another chimed in saying: "Vixen hush. You didn't know that Abraham Lincoln question and that's ok." Sinclair managed to clinch a place in the final, much to viewers' astonishment, particularly after his brazen reaction to winning. As he rejoined his team, Sinclair gestured boldly towards The Chaser and quipped: "She didn't like that did she?", leaving The Vixen somewhat lost for words as she remarked: "I don't know what to say." Frustrated yet determined, she added: "He slipped through my fingers there. I'm annoyed about that but you know what I'm still going to beat them, especially after all that shenanigans." Bradley Walsh sensed the tension on set and observed: "There's a bit of taunting going on here." Meanwhile, fans flocked online to discuss Sinclair's audacious behaviour. A social media user exclaimed: "OMG just saw what Sinclair did to the Vixen and had to get on here." One enthusiastic fan added their two pence on platform X: "Giving her shade yes! !" While another posted: "Too cocky for my liking." Article continues below Sinclair's victory brought the total fund up to £12,000 ahead of Cammy's attempt to outwit The Chaser. Despite collecting an impressive £7,000 in the Cash Builder round, Cammy was ousted by The Vixen. In the final chase, Sinclair, Katherine and Ore managed a score of ten, which unfortunately wasn't enough to beat The Chaser. The Vixen showcased her impressive general knowledge prowess, finishing with one minute and thirty seconds still on the clock.
Edinburgh Live
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
The Chase's Jenny Ryan 'thrilled' as she lands new job away from show
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The Chase star Jenny Ryan has landed a new job away from the quiz show. Jenny joined the hit ITV gameshow as The Vixen back in 2015 after being recommended by co-star Anne Hegerty. Now, she is stepping into a new role as part of an upcoming pantomime at The Wyvern Theatre in Swindon. Jenny will played Wicked Fairy Carabosse in Sleeping Beauty, alongside David Ashley and comedy actor Ben Goffe, who was recently nominated for Best Comic at the UK Pantomime Association Awards. "When the Wicked Fairy Carabosse's evil curse causes the Princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted sleep, can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late?" reads the official synopsis for the production. (Image: ITV) Sleeping Beauty will run from December 6, 2025 to January 4, 2026. Tickets are on sale now. The Wyvern Theatre announced the exciting news on its official Instagram page on Wednesday (May 14). Alongside a poster of the leading cast, the caption read: "We're thrilled to announce that The Chase's @jenny_from_the_quiz will star as the wicked fairy Carabosse in our spellbinding family pantomime, Sleeping Beauty alongside Swindon panto royalty David Ashley and comedy actor @bengoffe, back by popular demand! Bring on the fun and laughter!!" Following the announcement, Jenny shared her excitement in a statement, saying: "I am thrilled to be coming to Swindon this Christmas to appear in Sleeping Beauty. I have heard how wonderful Wyvern Theatre audiences are so I can't wait to get started. "I know that we are going to have a lot of panto fun and I look forward to hearing everyone booing loudly!" Sleeping Beauty isn't Jenny's first panto, as she previously starred in Crewe's Christmas production of Beauty and the Beast, as well as Snow White and The Wizard of Oz. As well as appearing on The Chase, Jenny is also a regular guest on BBC Radio 5 Live's Fighting Talk. She's also featured on a number of reality favourites, including Celebrity MasterChef, Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, Blankety Blank, Celebrity Catchphrase and Beat the Chasers. The Chase airs weekdays on ITV1 at 5pm
Edinburgh Live
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
ITV The Chase viewers in shock after contestant's 'cocky' move towards The Vixen
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The Chase viewers were left gobsmacked when a bold contestant named Cammy took the ITV quiz show by storm, rendering Chaser Jenny Ryan, known as The Vixen, speechless. Alongside his fellow contestants Sinclair, Ore, and Katherine, they formed a formidable team ready to take on one of Britain's top quiz brains. Katherine stepped up first, earning a cool £3,000 in her Cash Builder round before facing a nail-biting head-to-head with Jenny, where she shone and added the initial £3,000 to their prize fund. After Katherine's success, Ore continued the winning streak with an impressive £5,000 Cash Builder and secured a spot in the final, boosting the team's pot to £8,000. However, Sinclair's turn quickly became the hot topic among viewers when he notched up £4,000 and then went up against The Vixen. Jenny was left red-faced after stumbling on a question about Abraham Lincoln. Host Bradley Walsh posed the query: "How long after he delivered the speech known as Gettysburg Address did Abraham Lincoln die? A) 17 days, B) 17 weeks or C) 17 months", reports the Liverpool Echo. (Image: ITV) While the correct answer was 17 months, Jenny unfortunately erred by opting for 17 days. Following her mistake, she spent some time discussing why the right choice had eluded her. One viewer took to Twitter, commenting: "Jenny don't tie yourself in knots overexplaining." Meanwhile, another chimed in: "Vixen hush. You didn't know that Abraham Lincoln question and that's ok." After Sinclair's triumph over The Vixen on The Chase, he secured his place in the final chase, joining forces with his fellow contestants. Audiences were taken aback by his brazen attitude following his win. Post-triumph, Sinclair directed a jest at The Chaser, quipping: "She didn't like that did she?" to which The Vixen replied, somewhat lost for words, "I don't know what to say." The Vixen then expressed her frustration saying: "He slipped through my fingers there. I'm annoyed about that but you know what I'm still going to beat them, especially after all that shenanigans." Bradley picked up on the tension, remarking: "There's a bit of taunting going on here." This prompted the viewers to react on social media to the player's antics. (Image: ITV) Tweets came flooding in, with one saying: "OMG just saw what Sinclair did to the Vixen and had to get on here." Another added: "Giving her shade yes! !" A third social media user criticised: "Too cocky for my liking." Sinclair bolstered the prize fund to £12,000 before Cammy stepped up to face The Vixen. In the final chase, Sinclair, Katherine and Ore managed a score of ten, which unfortunately wasn't enough to beat The Chaser. The Vixen showcased her impressive general knowledge skills, finishing with one minute and thirty seconds still on the clock.
Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The Chase embroiled in ‘fix' row as fans slam ‘ridiculously easy' questions – but would you get them?
ITV has copped criticism from fans of The Chase who slammed questions on a recent episode for being too easy. Hosted by Bradley Walsh, the ITV quiz show sees regular people take on 'Chasers', quiz masters with unending general knowledge. 5 The Chase's Jenny 'The Vixen' Ryan Credit: ITV 5 ITV viewers accused The Chase of fixing Tuesday's episode Credit: ITV 5 They said the four contestants faced tougher questions than The Chaser Credit: ITV But during Tuesday's installment, viewers watching at home complained it was too easy for the contestants who were competing against Chaser Jenny 'The Vixen' Ryan. The contestants were Toby from London, Becca from Marlow, Sophia from Liverpool and Neil from Manchester. They all smashed their individual rounds and brought the total prize pool to £20,000. The four players made it to the final round against The Vixen, which is a rare occurrence to see all contestants making it that far. the chase Beast Romance Inside The Chase star Mark Labbett's chaotic romances But it was in the final round that viewers became irate and accused the show of fixing the competition. They accused show bosses of putting difficult questions to the contestants, but "ridiculously easy" ones to the Chaser. The players were asked questions such as, "What is the most popular city in Algeria?" and "Pat Rafter Arena is a Brisbane stadium court for what sport?" While The Vixen received questions such as, "In which century was 1812?" and "What UK airport is known as NCL?" Other questions The Vixen had to answer were, "A clumsy person is said to be like a bull in a what?" and "The term 'spousage' refers to the state of being what?" Fans vented their frustration on X, formerly Twitter. The Chase contestant narrowly misses out on £80k "next question to the chaser would have been, how do you spell your name… absurdly easy questions to the vixen… ITV should be ashamed," wrote one person. Another added: "Jenny always seems to get ridiculously easy questions 'What planet is on the Discovery Channel logo?'" And a third commented: "Bradley might just as well have asked Jenny her name address and date of birth - her questions were a joke. ITV you should be ashamed of yourselves!" The Chase is no stranger to receiving accusations of fixing, with The Vixen even defending the show as far back as 2017. She explained in a tweet how the questions, which are written by world champion quiz masters, are chosen for each episode. "It is the team who pick the question set A or B, overseen by independent adjudicator," The Vixen wrote in 2017. "The questions are only 'easy' if you know the answer. Look up 'confirmation bias.' We all answer more quickly/interrupt when we are face high scores, we have to to win." The Chase airs weekdays on ITV1 from 5pm and is available to stream on ITVX. 5 But The Vixen defended the show Credit: ITV 5 The four players missed out on a share of £20,000 Credit: ITV
